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Pilates with Pilates Training Devices and Small Equipment

Study Course Description

Course Description Statuss:Approved
Course Description Version:2.00
Study Course Accepted:03.01.2023 15:45:34
Study Course Information
Course Code:SUUK_273LQF level:Level 6
Credit Points:2.00ECTS:3.00
Branch of Science:Sports Science; Sport PedagogyTarget Audience:Sports Trainer
Study Course Supervisor
Course Supervisor:Kristiana Jansone
Study Course Implementer
Structural Unit:Department of Sports and Nutrition
The Head of Structural Unit:
Contacts:Riga, 3 Cigorinu Street, spkatrsu[pnkts]lv, +371 67611559
Study Course Planning
Full-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)4Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures8
Classes (count)12Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes24
Total Contact Hours32
Part-Time - Semester No.1
Lectures (count)2Lecture Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Lectures4
Classes (count)6Class Length (academic hours)2Total Contact Hours of Classes12
Total Contact Hours16
Study course description
Preliminary Knowledge:
Sports science, anatomy, physiology, biomechanics, basic physiotherapy, sports medicine, pedagogy, psychology.
Objective:
To develop the professional development of senior sports coaches and health sports specialists based on modern scientific research in sports and training theory, movement biomechanics, physiology, anatomy, pedagogy, psychology, Pilates method, within the framework of this course of study, to contribute to the ability to maintain, improve and enhance the quality of life of people of all ages in a professional and socially responsible manner, through the application of Pilates functional tests, Pilates machines and small equipment, the principles of designing and conducting Pilates training programmes.
Topic Layout (Full-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Pilates training devices and their impact on improving movement qualityLectures2.00auditorium
2Client history, testing, identification of client's goals - use of information to design an individualised session programmeClasses2.00sports base
3Pilates small equipment for clients at the beginning of the class (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness level.Classes2.00sports base
4Trapeze Table can be used by clients at the beginning of the training period (including the post-rehabilitation period), with medium fitness levelClasses2.00sports base
5Reformer can be used by clients at the beginning of their training (including post-rehabilitation), with intermediate fitnessClasses2.00sports base
6Pilates Chair for clients in the beginning period (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness levelClasses2.00sports base
7Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector for clients at the beginning of the training period (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness.Classes2.00sports base
8Designing a programme for clients according to the principles of motor control and Pilates during the initial period (including the post-rehabilitation period) and for clients with intermediate fitness.Lectures2.00sports base
Topic Layout (Part-Time)
No.TopicType of ImplementationNumberVenue
1Pilates training devices and their impact on improving movement qualityLectures1.00auditorium
2Client history, testing, identification of client's goals - use of information to design an individualised session programmeClasses1.00sports base
3Pilates small equipment for clients at the beginning of the class (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness level.Classes1.00sports base
4Trapeze Table can be used by clients at the beginning of the training period (including the post-rehabilitation period), with medium fitness levelClasses1.00sports base
5Reformer can be used by clients at the beginning of their training (including post-rehabilitation), with intermediate fitnessClasses1.00sports base
6Pilates Chair for clients in the beginning period (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness levelClasses1.00sports base
7Ladder Barrel and Spine Corrector for clients at the beginning of the training period (including post-rehabilitation period), with intermediate fitness.Classes1.00sports base
8Designing a programme for clients according to the principles of motor control and Pilates during the initial period (including the post-rehabilitation period) and for clients with intermediate fitness.Lectures1.00sports base
Assessment
Unaided Work:
Essay. Topic: How I plan to integrate the knowledge gained in the course "Pilates with Pilates machines and small equipment" into my practice. Format: 1,5 - 2 A4 pages, Times New Roman, 12 characters, 1,5 line spacing.
Assessment Criteria:
Student's active participation in classes 20%, independent work - essay 40%, practical exam 40%.
Final Examination (Full-Time):Exam
Final Examination (Part-Time):Exam
Learning Outcomes
Knowledge:1. Understands the principles of conducting individual classes using all Pilates machines and small equipment; 2. Know the main Pilates exercises that can be performed on Pilates machines and small equipment, their objectives, effects, contraindications, performance techniques, the most effective ways of delivery and verbal, tactical correction techniques.
Skills:1. Learners take a medical history and information about the client's goals for the session and perform tests to identify the client's functional abilities (mobility and stability segments, correct movement stereotype); 2. Analyse the results of the collected medical history and functional tests and design a training programme appropriate to the client's goals and needs, using Pilates machines and small equipment, based on theories of training, pedagogy, movement biomechanics, physiology, anatomy, biochemistry and sports medicine (the latest research); 3. Continuously apply the acquired knowledge on the design and implementation of Pilates training and small equipment in professional work and research, critically evaluate new developments in the field and in the Pilates method, independently solve client problems and reasonably discuss issues in the field of sport and the Pilates method with specialists and non-specialists (including clients).
Competencies:1. Understands the application of Pilates on machines and small equipment and integrates Pilates into the client's training programme (self-directed or in collaboration with another trainer); 2. Design and lead Pilates programmes appropriate to health, fitness and goals, using Pilates machines and Pilates small equipment; 3. Be able to diagnose the client's movement stereotypes within the competence of the trainer, design programmes that create effective movement stereotypes for the client. 4. Correct the movement stereotype using the method learned; 5. Apply principles based on motor control and recent research on movement (anatomy, physiology, movement biomechanics, arthrokinematics, psychology, pedagogy, sport and training theory); 6. Motivates the client using positive motivational strategies.
Bibliography
No.Reference
Required Reading
1Albin E. 2021. Myofascial Training. Intelligent Movement for Mobility, Performance, and Recovery. Human Cinetics
2Franclin Eric N. Dynamic Alignment Throught Imagery. 2012. Human Kinetics. 2nd ed.
3Geweniger V., Bohlander, A. 2014. Pilates - A Teachers' Manual. Berlin, Heidelberg: Springer
4Hansen John T. 2023. Netter’s Clinical Anatomy. Elsevier
5Larkam E. 2017. Fascia in Motion: Fascia – Focused Movement for Pilates. 1st ed. Handspring
6Publishing * Literatūrai, kura nav pieejama RSU bibliotekā vai neatrodas studenta īpašumā, tiks norādītas bezmaksas elektroniskās adreses vai tā būs pieejama Pilates Practice studijās.
Additional Reading
1Blandine Clarais-Germain. 2008. Anatomy of Movement. 2 nd. ed. Eastland Press. Pamatojums: dinamiska un integratīva pieeja balsta-kustību aparāta uzbūvei un funkcionēšanas principiem cilvēka ķermenī; aplūko anatomiju no kustību funkcionalitātes aspekta dažādu fizisko aktivitāšu kontekstā (fitness, sports, dejas u.c.)
2Myers T. 2017. Body Reading: Visual Assessment and the Anatomy Trains. North Atlantic.
3Oatis. Carol A. 2017. Kinesiology. 3rd ed. Wolters Kluwer.
Other Information Sources
1Deeper Dives. Fascia in Motion with Elizabeth Larkam. Part 1. Available from:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uGAk-u3v0IU
2Pētījumi par Pilates metodi. Available from:https://polestarpilates.com/polestar-pilates-library/
3Raksti un nodarbību video piemēri. Available from:https://pilatesmethodalliance.org